The Bosch Plena is a family of commercial and emergency public address systems designed specifically for small to midsized locations that require a PA system which is versatile, reliable and easy to use. Its modular design allows users to easily add additional equipment as their system grows. The Plena range continues to reinforce Bosch’s reputation for technical excellence, robust design and world renowned quality.
For an overview of the products in the range see the quick summary below. For more details on a specific product click on the links below or use the product menu at the side of this page.
The Plena Voice Alarm System system controller forms the heart of a Plena Voice Alarm System. The controller centrally stores, manages and distributes emergency calls, business calls and background music (BGM). Bosch Plena (VAS) Voice Alarm System – Emergency alarm and commercial sound public address system. The Plena Voice Alarm System (VAS) range is an ideal evacuation, message and background music solution for small to medium sized applications in a variety of locations, such as schools, hotels, shopping centers, factories, offices and similar applications where public safety is essential. Plena Voice Alarm System Software Manual Action Programming en 36 7.2.4 Business trigger 7.2.4.3 General settings 7.2.4. 1 Overview Proceed as follows: See figure 7.8 for an overview of the Business trigger 1 Select Action to set the condition when a trigger is tab. Page 37: Router.
Also, don’t forget to check out the complete range of PA Solutions / Add ons, Bosch Loudspeakers and Microphones also available for the Bosch Plena range.
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Bosch Plena Easy Line – One or two zone, commercial sound and public address system
The Bosch Plena Easy Line is all about versatility, reliability, and ease of use. Easy Line is an ideal solution for small to mid-size installations requiring a high quality commercial sound and public address system. Thanks to flexible one-zone or two-zone options, the system can be tailored to practically any location depending on sound system requirements and voice announcement capabilities.
Built to last, all Plena Public Address Easy Line products feature excellent sound and speech intelligibility, thanks to a smart equalizing approach and built-in limiters. On top of its clean-cut design, extra items like zone labeling and setting indicators make it a snap to use.
Small business owners and restaurant managers will be attracted to an ultra-convenient ‘out-of-the-box’ solution. Simply connect the loudspeakers and a microphone to enjoy quality sound throughout the location with clear, concise public address capabilities. Or incorporate a wall panel into the configuration for remote source control. Easy expansion and a low-overhead cost, guarantee that the system will be used for years to come.
Additional functionality can be integrated with Plena Public Address Solutions such as the digital message manager, feedback suppressor, loop amplifier, timer, or a background music source see the PA Solutions page for accessories.
For more information and parts list see the Plena Easy Line page.
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Bosch Plena Matrix - Up to eight zoned, commercial sound and public address system with wireless control
Flexible and powerful, the advanced features of the Plena Matrix Digital Sound System enable users to achieve superb audio performance with wireless control across up to eight output zones. With audio quality tailored for a wide range of applications — including live music, business music, high-demand speech environments and zone announcement — the Plena Matrix system delivers full featured digital audio control, with maximum flexibility and reliability.
Specially designed for versatility and ease of use, the Plena Matrix system enables users to control the audio settings and adjust volume levels wirelessly via an iPad or iPhone app.
The PLM 8M8 Plena matrix 8-channel DSP Matrix Processor, the heart and soul of the Plena Matrix System, provides complete control over the audio configuration and signal processing. Users can simply walk into a particular zone and confidently match the audio quality to specific requirements — from live and background music to high demand speech environments. The Plena Matrix Class D Power Amplifiers feature an Auto Standby mode that — when activated by Bosch motion sensors in output zones that are unoccupied — helps to generate cost savings of up to 80% as compared with standard amplifiers. And by reducing overall power consumption, the environmental impact is significantly reduced.
For more information and parts list see the Plena Matrix page.
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Bosch Plena (VAS) Voice Alarm System – Emergency alarm and commercial sound public address system
The Plena Voice Alarm System (VAS) range is an ideal evacuation, message and background music solution for small to medium sized applications in a variety of locations, such as schools, hotels, shopping centers, factories, offices and similar applications where public safety is essential.
The system continues the family’s versatile standalone, plug-and-play concept and is easy to set up and control. With release 3.0, Bosch has ensured full compliance with EN54-16 and ISO 7240-16 standards for an extended number of 120 zones.
Based on a Plena voice alarm controller unit, VAS can handle up to 6 zones with a built-in message manager, emergency microphone and a built-in 240 W power amplifier. By connecting additional 6-zone routers to the Plena VAS, the number of zones extends to a 120-zone capacity. The power per zone is freely distributable per zone and it can be over 1000 Watts per router (or 6 zones). In addition, 8 call stations with 32 call station keypads with programmable keys can be interconnected for message routing. Additional Plena amplifiers can be added to create two-channel systems. The Plena Voice Alarm system is configured via a Windows. A system design tool is available to support the pre-sales design process, but give us a call for assistance and expert advice on configuring your Plena VAS system.
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For more information and parts list see the Plena VAS
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Plena (VAS) Voice Alarm System – commercial public address and emergency voice alarm system
The Plena (VAS) Voice Alarm System range is an ideal evacuation, message and background music solution for small to medium sized applications in a variety of locations, such as schools, hotels, shopping centers, factories, offices and similar applications where public safety is essential.
The system continues the family’s versatile standalone, plug-and-play concept and is easy to set up and control. With release 3.0, Bosch has ensured full compliance with EN54-16 and ISO 7240-16 standards for an extended number of 120 zones.
Based on a Plena voice alarm controller unit, VAS can handle up to 6 zones with a built-in message manager, emergency microphone and a built-in 240 W power amplifier. By connecting additional 6-zone routers to the Plena VAS, the number of zones extends to a 120-zone capacity. The power per zone is freely distributable per zone and it can be over 1000 Watts per router (or 6 zones). In addition, 8 call stations with 32 call station keypads with programmable keys can be interconnected for message routing. Additional PLENA amplifiers can be added to create two-channel systems. The Plena Voice Alarm system is configured via a Windows. A system design tool is available to support the pre-sales design process, but give us a call for assistance and expert advice on configuring your Plena VAS system.
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For help to design your Bosch Plena VAS system please email the team for expert advice and assistance.
LBB 1990/00 Plena Voice Alarm Controller
- Heart of the Plena Voice Alarm System
- EN 54 16 certified and EN 60849 compliant
- Message manager and 240 W amplifier build in
- Six zone outputs
- 6 emergency and 6 business triggers
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LBB 1992/00 Plena Voice Alarm Router
- Expand the Plena Voice Alarm System with six zones
- EN 54 16 certified
- 12 additional input contacts
- Six volume override output contacts
- Supervision within the Plena Voice Alarm System
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LBB 1956/00 Plena Voice Alarm Call Station
- Stylish six zone call station for the Plena Voice Alarm System
- Six zone selection keys, all-call key and momentary PTT-key for calls
- Selectable gain, speech filter, limiter, and output level for improved intelligibility
- LED indications for zone selection, fault, and emergency state
- Call station extension provides seven additional zone and zone group keys
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LBB 1957/00 Plena Voice Alarm Keypad
- Seven zone selection keys
- LED indications for zone selection
- Up to eight keypads can be connected together
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LBB 1930/20 Plena Power Booster Amplifier
- 120 W power amplifier in a compact housing
- 70 V / 100 V and 8 ohm outputs
- Dual inputs with priority switching
- 100 V input for slave operation on 100 V speaker line
- Temperature controlled forced front to back ventilation, directly stackable.
- Mains, battery back-up and pilot tone supervision
- EN 60849 compliant
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LBB 1935/20 Plena Power Booster Amplifier
- 240 W power amplifier in a 2U high housing
- EN 54 16 certified
- 70 V / 100 V and 8 ohm outputs
- Dual inputs with priority switching
- 100 V input for slave operation on 100 V speaker line
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LBB 1938/20 Plena Power Booster Amplifier
- 480 W power amplifier in a 3U high 19” housing
- EN 54 16 certified
- 70 V / 100 V and 8 ohm outputs
- Dual inputs with priority switching
- 100 V input for slave operation on 100 V speaker line
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PLN 1P1000 Plena Power Booster Amplifier
- 1000 W power amplifier in a 3U high housing
- EN 54 16 certified and EN 60849 compliant
- 70 V / 100 V and 8 ohm outputs
- Dual inputs with priority switching
- 100 V input for slave operation on 100 V speaker line
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LBB 1995/00 Plena Voice Alarm System Fireman's panel
- Remote control of the Plena Voice Alarm System
- EN 54 16 certified
- Emergency (EMG) microphone
- EMG state and fault indicators
- Call monitoring loudspeaker
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LBB 1996/00 Plena Voice Alarm Remote Control
- Remote control of the Plena Voice Alarm System
- EN 54 16 certified and EN 60849 compliant
- Emergency (EMG) microphone and background (BGM) zone selections
- EMG state and fault indicators
- Call monitoring loudspeaker
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LBB 1997/00 Plena Voice Alarm System Remote Control Extension
- Remote control of the Plena Voice Alarm System routers
- EN 54 16 certified and EN 60849 compliant
- Emergency (EMG) and background music (BGM) zone selections
- EMG state and fault indicators
- One extension per router
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LBB 1998/00 Plena Voice Alarm System Remote Kit
- Kit to create a remote control of the Voice Alarm Controller
- With emergency (EMG) microphone
- EMG state and fault indicators
- Control outputs for EMG and Fault state
- EN 60849 compliant
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LBB 1999/00 Plena Voice Alarm System Remote Control Extension Kit
- Remote control of voice alarm routers
- Connectors with screw terminals
- Emergency (EMG) and background music (BGM) zone selections
- Open collector terminals for LEDs or lamps
- EN 60849 compliant
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PRS 1AIP1 IP Audio Interface
- All in one solution for audio transport on IP networks
- Supervised control inputs and outputs
- Supports re broadcasting
- Configurable audio delay on the output for loudspeaker alignment
- Easy to install and configure via standard web browser
- EN 60849 compliant IP solution
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PLN 24CH12 24 V Battery Chargers
- 12 A battery charger
- 6x 40 A, 3x 5 A outputs
- 150 A back up current
- Fully supervised, EN 54 4 certified
- Under voltage and over voltage protection
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PLN 1EOL Plena End-of-Line Boards
- Pilot tone detection on 100 V loudspeaker lines
- Voltage free switch 200 V 1 A and LED indications of pilot tone
- Daisy chainable for monitoring multiple zones on a single input contact
- Fits on built-in mounts on selected Bosch loudspeakers
- EN 54 16 certified
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PLN DMY60 Plena Dummy Load
- Provides filtered load at 20 kHz
- Makes longer loudspeaker lines possible
- Three power settings
- Fits on built in mounts on selected Bosch loudspeakers
- EN 54 16 certified
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For help to design your Bosch Plena VAS system please email our team for expert advice and assistance. You can also use our quotation request form.